Skills Development Facilitation Practitioner
Description
The Skills Development Facilitation Practitioner qualification is designed to equip learners with the ability to plan, conduct, and administer skills development planning in an occupational setting. As skills development becomes increasingly critical in South Africa’s workforce, this programme ensures that practitioners can support workplace training initiatives, compliance with national regulations, and talent development strategies.
The purpose of this qualification is to develop competent professionals in skills development planning and reporting, ensuring that organisations align training efforts with national legislation. Learners will gain expertise in conducting skills assessments, facilitating workplace learning programmes, and managing reporting in accordance with Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) requirements. This qualification is aligned with the Occupational Certificate: Training and Development Practitioner, allowing learners to further specialise in learning and development facilitation.
Key Competencies
- Analysing workplace learning and development needs
- Compiling and implementing skills development plans
- Conducting skills assessments and identifying training gaps
- Aligning workplace training with national policies and regulations
- Facilitating mandatory grant processes for organisations
- Evaluating and reporting on learning and development initiatives
- Providing guidance on workplace learning trends and compliance
Modules
- Statutory Learning and Development Environment – Covers legal frameworks, regulatory requirements, and policies that govern skills development in South Africa. (8 Credits)
- Workplace Learning and Development Planning, Evaluation and Reporting – Focuses on structuring learning interventions, tracking progress, and ensuring regulatory compliance. (8 Credits)
- Plan, Conduct, and Report on a Learning and Development Needs Analysis – Equips learners with the ability to assess training requirements and align them with workforce development goals. (16 Credits)
- Conduct Skills Development Facilitation (SDF) Processes – Provides practical experience in skills development planning, submission of Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs), and reporting on Mandatory Grant applications. (8 Credits)
After Completing You Will Be Able To
- Analyse workplace learning and development needs in an occupational context.
- Develop and implement structured learning and development plans.
- Facilitate compliance with Skills Development Act and other regulatory frameworks.
- Conduct workplace skills planning and support SETA grant applications.
- Provide insights into learning trends and best practices for workforce development.
- Ensure that learning interventions align with organisational goals and industry requirements.
